About the Journal

The Nigerian Frontline Medicine Journal is committed to advancing medical knowledge and healthcare practices in Nigeria and beyond. Since its inaugural issue in 2023, NFMJ has been published biannually, prioritizing high-quality, peer-reviewed articles across a wide range of medical disciplines. The journal is dedicated to promoting open access so that research findings can be broadly disseminated. It welcomes original contributions from frontline doctors and healthcare professionals working in primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare settings, with a special focus on health promotion and disease prevention.

Operating under the copyright of the Faculty of Family Medicine at the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and bearing ISSN 2636-6487, eISSN 2354-3310, NFMJ, despite its recent establishment, has consistently maintained its publication schedule—the latest issue was released in November 2023.

Peer Review and Editorial Process

NFMJ employs a rigorous double-blind peer review system. Each submission is evaluated by two expert reviewers over a two-week period, with constructive feedback provided to help enhance the scholarly merit of the work. The final publication decision rests with the editorial board. To ensure originality, manuscripts are screened using Grammarly alongside manual checks. Any detected instances of plagiarism or duplicate publication are dealt with promptly—manuscripts with major issues are rejected, while minor concerns may be resolved with revisions. With a rejection rate of 25%, the journal upholds high standards while providing a fair and transparent review process.

Publication and Access

NFMJ is an open-access journal, meaning:

All content is freely available without subscription fees.
Readers may read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, and link to articles without prior permission, as long as proper attribution is provided.

Authors retain copyright under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows users to share and adapt the material as long as the original authors are credited, a link to the license is provided, and any changes are indicated.

Manuscripts are processed without submission fees; however, upon acceptance, authors are required to pay a publication fee of N60,000 (approximately $50) to cover processing, formatting, and publication costs. Hard copies of the journal are available for purchase at 6000 Naira (about $5) via the Editor-in-Chief.

Plagiarism and Duplicate Publication Policy

NFMJ maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism and duplicate publication. The journal:

Conducts routine plagiarism checks using automated tools and manual reviews.
Rejects manuscripts with significant plagiarism or uncredited reuse of content.
Addresses minor instances through clarification and revisions.
Takes immediate action—including retraction and notification of all relevant parties—if plagiarism is discovered post-publication.

These measures align with guidelines from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Editorial Support and Governance

The journal benefits from the robust support of the Faculty of Family Medicine at the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. Its editorial board comprises esteemed professionals from various Nigerian institutions, complemented by international advisers, ensuring a global perspective in the published content.

Aim and Scope

Aim:
To disseminate high-quality, peer-reviewed research and clinical insights relevant to primary healthcare and family medicine in Nigeria and beyond.

Scope:
NFMJ publishes original research articles, case reports, reviews, editorials, and clinical practice guidelines. Areas of focus include:

The challenges and opportunities across primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare levels.
Strategies for health promotion and disease prevention.
Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for common and emerging health conditions.
Research on healthcare delivery systems and their effectiveness in Nigeria.

Open Access Policy

Overview
NFMJ is dedicated to advancing medical research by providing unrestricted access to its content, in line with the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI).
Open Access Definition
All content is freely available without registration or subscription fees. Users are permitted to use, share, and adapt the articles for any lawful purpose, provided proper attribution is given.
Author Rights and Copyright
Authors retain full copyright of their published work and agree to license their articles under the CC BY 4.0 license.
Licensing Terms
Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, which allows for broad reuse and dissemination as long as the original authors are credited and modifications are indicated.
Article Submission and Processing Fees
- Submission Fees: None.
- Processing Fees: A publication fee of N60,000 (or $50) is charged upon acceptance to cover processing and publication costs.
Access and Availability
Articles are available online through the journal’s website. Hard copies can be purchased for 6000 Naira (approximately $5) via the Editor-in-Chief.
Plagiarism and Duplicate Publication Policy
NFMJ uses both automated and manual plagiarism checks to ensure originality. Manuscripts found to contain significant plagiarism or duplicate content will be rejected, and any detected post-publication will result in immediate retraction and notification of the involved parties.
Peer Review Transparency
The journal’s double-blind peer review process ensures fairness and transparency. Peer review reports are published alongside accepted articles.
Support and Governance
The Faculty of Family Medicine at the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria supports NFMJ, along with an extensive editorial board and international advisers.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, submissions, or information regarding hard copies, please contact the Editor-in-Chief via the contact details provided on the journal’s website.
Policy Updates
This Open Access Policy is periodically updated to reflect evolving practices and technological advancements. Please refer to the journal’s website for the latest version.